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Practical Guide on the Education Sector in China

With over 290 million students and 18 million teachers, China has the world’s largest education system. The sector broadly includes three...

Exit strategies for foreign investors in China have significant impact on investment returns

Driven by regulatory changes and capital market reforms, foreign investors in China have enjoyed strong gains. However, several...

Companies must comply with new rules for cross-border transfer of personal information

Multinational corporations operating in China often share information with their subsidiaries or headquarters outside the country....

Extension of certain tax benefits in China seek to further support post-pandemic recovery

Eligible companies in China will continue to enjoy a series of supportive tax and fee policies recently extended by the Chinese...

China reviews tax legislation and implements subsidies, expands e-fapiao nationwide

The Chinese government introduced during the first half of this year a series of tax incentives and legislation, which could...

New measures in six free trade zones and ports seek to attract foreign business

The Chinese government announced a series of measures to promote a favorable environment for foreign businesses and to reiterate its...

Hong Kong company registration

Many reasons, including low taxation, a business-friendly environment, intellectual property protection, and a stable legal and political...

Foreign visitors to China will be able to use WeChat Pay for their transactions

In an effort to stimulate the Chinese economy and to attract international travellers, WeChat, one of China’s most popular online...

China seeks to bolster education sector through tax incentives

With over 290 million students and 18 million teachers, China has the world’s largest education system. The Chinese government is looking...

Distributions agreements in China must be clear to avoid violating anti-trust and competition laws

When entering a distribution agreement in China, it is important to draft a clear, balanced, and complete contract. This document will...

China seeks to improve business environment with changes in tax laws

China’s tax laws and regulations have undergone significant changes in recent years due to the country’s rapid economic growth and...

Company Law in China mandates a two-tier board system structure

The Company Law in China, which rules over all registered companies including foreign invested enterprises (FIEs), mandates a two-tier...

Company Law in China establishes clear rights and responsibilities for shareholders

All companies registered in China, including foreign invested enterprises (FIEs), are subject to the Company Law, with respect to company...

Labor law in China has clear rules on redundancies and reductions of force

Challenging market conditions around the world have forced multinational corporations to adapt and change. An employer contemplating...

Foreign companies should have a strong IP protection strategy in China

Registering a trademark in China is often not enough. Foreign companies manufacturing or selling products in the country should develop a...

China’s IP authority evaluates rules for suspension of review cases and improves trademark practice

The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) recently published specifications on the Rules for Suspension of Review...

Corporations looking at China for pharmaceutical R&D must ensure terms of contract

With the globalization of pharmaceutical research and development (R&D), many multinational corporations and research organizations look...

Practical Guide to Manufacturing in China

Despite the global economic challenges of recent years, China remains the world’s manufacturing leader. Some international corporations...

Chinese preference for smartphone communication leaves email out

Most Western entities tend to use email as their main form of communication. However, the constant evolution of technology and changing...

China reduces the cross-border e-commerce enterprises’ costs for returned goods

In an effort to support the development of new forms of foreign trade, the Chinese Ministry of Finance (MOF), jointly with the General...